There's so much to do in Mystic

We've got oodles of reasons to visit Mystic Connecticut

Fun For the Outdoor Enthusiast

Denison Pequotsepos Nature CenterEnjoy Mystic the way it is supposed to be, outdoors! Enjoy the trails and natural history museum at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Mystic is even better on two wheels when you rent bicycles at Mystic Cycle Center. No visit to Mystic would be complete without a day at the Mystic Seaport. Take to the water on the schooner Mystic Whaler and enjoy one of their great packages from daytime sales to lobster cruises or paddle your own boat with a kayak rental from Boating on the Thames.

Fun for Kids

The Dinosaur Place at Nature's ArtMystic is the perfect destination for family fun! Enjoy hands-on fun at the Mystic Aquarium to Mystic Seaport, the Museum of America and the Sea. Dive into the great offerings at the Mystic Aquarium from the Sea Lion Show to Shark Encounters to Sense-Sational Seas. Take a stroll back in time at the Mystic Seaport and learn the Skills of the Sailor, enjoy riding an authentic horse and carriage, and end the day riding a bit of history on the steamboat Sabino, the oldest wooden coal-fired steamboat still in operation.

Fun for Couples

Stonington's lighthouseSoutheastern CT is the perfect place for a nice getaway. Leave the car and take the hotel limo service to Mohegan Sun. Stay and play, or take in a show. Dine in class in one of the many wonderful restaurants, from Todd English's Tuscany, to Margaritaville to Michael Jordan's Steakhouse. Relax the next day at the Mystic Seaport, the perfect place to stroll and take in a bit of America's past. The historic heart of Mystic is only steps away along the drawbridge, with many unique shops and eateries for you to enjoy. Or, head back to the hotel and visit Tastings – A Wine Experience, located across the street from Comfort Inn.

Points of Interest

We can't imagine being able to count all the great things there are to do in the Mystic area. Here's a list in no particular order of attractions in Mystic that we recommend.

  • Mystic Aquarium
    Hand-on exhibits, beluga whales
  • Olde Mistick Village
    Unique Shopping in a tranquil outdoor setting
  • Mystic Seaport Museum of America and the Sea
    19th century seafaring village
  • Denison Pequosepos Nature Center
    10 miles of trails and natural history museum
  • B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill
    The oldest steam powered cider mill in USA! (Seasonal)
  • Argia Voyager Cruises
    Eighty-foot schooner replica with scenic 1/2 day and sunset cruises
  • Mystic Whaler Schooner
    Charters available for scenic day and lobster dinner cruises
  • Mystic Pizza
    The setting for the hit movie and "a slice of heaven" in scenic downtown Mystic
  • Historic Downtown Mystic
    The historic heart of Mystic featuring unique shopping and eateries
  • Mystic Arts Center
    Unique works of art and galleries
  • Stonington Vineyards
    Day tours available seasonally
  • Red Door Spa
    A full-service salon and spa
  • Hel-Cat II
    Fishing boat and excursions with state-of-art equipment

But Wait, There's More!

    • Mashantucket Pequot Museum
    • Connecticut College
    • Ferry to Block Island
    • Garde Arts Center
    • Hard Rock Cafe
    • Historic Submarine Nautilus
    • Lyman Allyn Museum of Art
    • Monster Mini Golf
    • Pequot Museum
    • US Coast Guard Academy
    • Ocean Beach
    • Foxwoods Casino
    • Franco's Xtreme Laser Tag
    • Project Oceanology
    • Children's Museum of SECT
    • Ollie's Rock Gym
    • Connecticut Defenders
    • Florence Griswold Museum
    • Misquamicut Beach
    • Nature's Art Dinosaur Crossing
    • Rhode Island State Beach
    • Mohegan Sun Casino
    • Essex Steam Train
    • Gillette Castle State Park
    • Newport Mansions
    • Tanger Outlets
    • Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
    • Astor's Beechwood Mansion
    • Block Island